Lake Accotink Park

CONTACT INFORMATION: Park hours: Dawn to dusk daily. Office hours:10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily.
703-569-3464 TTY 711
7500 Accotink Park Road
Springfield, VA 22150
Dan Grulke
Site Manager

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Lake Accotink is a Fairfax County Government organization. Employees at these parks are employed by Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) and are held to the highest standard of performance. The FCPA was awarded the 2010 National Gold Medal Award  for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management from the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration

Lake Accotink has many positions for positive, energetic, motivated and friendly people. All appointee's must successfully complete the background investigation prior to employment.

To apply for open seasonal positions, please complete the online application or call 703-569-3464 for more information.

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Seasonal Position Descriptions

Position: Marina/Amusement Attendant
Location: Lake Accotink Park; 7500 Accotink Park RD Springfield, VA 22150
Status: G (Part-Time, maximum 900 hours per year)
Hours: Spring, summer, fall: 16-32 hours/week. 
Salary: $12.00-$15.00 hour

Description: 

  • Assist in the daily operations of the Lake Accotink Marina, mini-golf, and carousel operations.
  • Sell, prepare, and maintain rental equipment such as Boats, Motors, Personal Flotation Devices, Fishing Poles and Tackle, clean carousel, etc.
  • Assist boaters in emergency situations
  • Provide quality customer service 
  • Provide first aid to patrons in emergency situations.
  • Other tasks or duties to support overall park operations may be assigned. 
  • Operate carousel and mini-golf amusements

Preferred Qualifications: One or more season of experience in public service, parks and recreation, outdoor recreation, or similar field. Cashiering experience. Customer service experience. In addition to fluency in English, ability to converse in Spanish or another language prevalent in the community. 

Special Requirements: Must be able to work in conditions ranging from direct sunlight to complete darkness as well as inclement weather ranging from extreme cold to extreme heat. Must be able to walk on uneven terrain and lift up to 50 pounds. Successful completion of Virginia Safe Boating Certification. CPR/first aid certified or able to obtain certification within 3 weeks of employment.  

To Apply: Email Erin Gray at 703-569-3464 or Erin.Gray@fairfaxcounty.gov.

Note: *This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Individuals in these positions are not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay.

Necessary Special Requirements: 

  • The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.  

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY. 

Fairfax County Park Authority prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Seasonal Park Attendant/Manager on Duty
Location: Lake Accotink Park
Status: G (Part-Time, 900 hours per year maximum)
Schedule: 24 hours/week on average, hours variable between 7 am and 9 pm including weekends and some holidays.
Salary: $13 to $15 per hour

Description:

  • Ensures the safe and effective operation of the assigned lakefront park. Early shift opens the park and its facilities, preparing it for staff and visitors. Closing shift closes and secures the park and all facilities at the end of each day.
  • Performs routine maintenance and custodial tasks to include emptying trash cans, collecting ground trash, and cleaning restrooms and other areas.
  • Serves as facility attendant for park Visitors Center. Answers phones, greets patrons, performs administrative work such as updating logs, creating written materials for use by staff and patrons. Assists in maintaining clean, organized workspaces and visitor areas.
  • Takes initiative to increase knowledge of the park, its facilities, programs, services, and resources.
  • Assist Assistant Manager and programming team with developing and teaching/leading programs and events.
  • Serves as primary contact point for park visitors and customers. Provides verbal and written information and directions relating to facilities, programs, picnic area use, trails, natural and cultural resources, and other topics.
  • Stays up to date on Park Authority Rules and Regulations, Standard Operating Procedures, state and county laws, and other pertinent guidance.
  • Notes safety/security and maintenance concerns, addresses them where feasible, and reports them using appropriate methods and recordkeeping.
  • Acts as lead first responder on behalf of the Park Authority in potential and actual emergency situations occurring on site while on duty.
  • Supervises marina operations during assigned Manager-on-Duty shifts.
  • Duties may include making purchases on behalf of the site, adhering to county and Park Authority purchasing policies and procedures.
  • Completes special projects and tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent, a combination of course work in education, parks and recreation, hospitality and tourism, business, or related field, at the college level, plus 2 years of successful employment in a position of responsibility. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications: Two or more years of experience in planning, implementing, and leading adult and family classes and events. Ability to communicate in a language that is prevalent in the local community, in addition to English fluency. Experience working in a public park setting.
Special Requirements: Must be able to work in conditions ranging from direct sunlight to complete darkness as well as inclement weather ranging from extreme cold to extreme heat. Must be able to walk on uneven terrain and lift up to 40 pounds. The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check. Be certified in: First Aid, CPR, A.E.D, Boater Safety, Basic Water Safety, and MAT certification or within 30 days.

To Apply: Email your resume to Erin Gray at Erin.Gray@fairfaxcounty.gov.

Note: *This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Individuals in these positions are not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay.

Necessary Special Requirements: 

  • The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.  

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY. 

Fairfax County Park Authority prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Lake Accotink is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, call 703-569-3464

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